August 1776 Tuesday 20th
Staten Isld NNE 2 miles A. M. Receiv'd Danl Macartney a Deserter from the Orpheus & lent Jones Pilot for the Delaware to her when she proceed'd to Sea Open'd a Cask of Beef N67 Conts 200 Short 5 Pieces
1. PRO, Admiralty 52/1965.